Symptoms

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Lt Col Reynolds
Type 1 and type 2 diabetes present with similar symptoms, but those symptoms are often less severe and more gradual in type 2 diabetes. In fact, some symptoms may go unnoticed because they develop so slowly or are attributed to age. In general, the higher a person’s blood glucose level is, the more pronounced their symptoms will be.

Maj Hemstad
Some common symptoms of both type 1 and type 2 diabetes include:

Frequent urination

Excessive thirst

Extreme hunger

Fatigue

Blurry vision or other sudden vision changes, and

Unexplained weight loss or weight gain

Tingling, pain, or numbness in the hands or feet can also be a symptom of either type 1 or type 2 diabetes, but it’s more common in type 2. Cuts or bruises that are slow to heal and frequent infections can also be symptoms of type 2 diabetes.

Lt Col Reynolds
Symptoms of diabetes are often similar to other medical conditions, so if you or someone you know is experiencing any of these symptoms, it’s important to talk to a provider to get a correct diagnosis.